- present tense form of propel (3rd person singular).
propels
Example Sentences
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Sentiment is not the only factor that propels the market higher or lower, and any of a number of other factors could easily catch Wall Street by surprise.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 8, 2026
Tires on new cars have low “rolling resistance,” meaning there is less friction and drag on the engine as it propels the car forward.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 13, 2026
Ultimately, the company may deserve it if the AI story propels high growth for longer.
From Barron's ● Jun. 3, 2026
They are the fiercest of rivals but will Tottenham fans really be praying for an Arsenal win this weekend that propels the Gunners towards the Premier League title?
From BBC ● May 8, 2026
Finnick has reached Peeta now and is towing him back, one arm across his chest while the other propels them through the water with easy strokes.
From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins
